New Zealand Tour of India Schedule 2026
The New Zealand Tour of India represents one of the most anticipated bilateral series in the cricketing calendar. This guide offers you the full cricket schedule for the New Zealand Tour of India 2026, so you’ll never miss any of the action.
NZ Tour of IND 2026 Schedule & Results
The 2026 schedule isn’t out just yet, but don’t worry it’s coming soon - stay tuned! In the meantime, check out the full 2024 schedule to relive the last time these two sides clashed.
| Date | Match | Match Result | Prediction |
|---|---|---|---|
01/11/2024 04:00 AM | India vs New Zealand | New Zealand beat India by 25 runs | Prediction |
24/10/2024 04:00 AM | India vs New Zealand | New Zealand beat India by 113 runs | Prediction |
16/10/2024 04:00 AM | India vs New Zealand | New Zealand won by 8 wickets | Prediction |
The tournament features a carefully structured format with matches across Indian venues, showing off the best talent from both cricketing nations.
Understanding the 2026 New Zealand Tour of India Format
The New Zealand Tour of India is a bilateral series, meaning two nations compete head-to-head across one or more formats. This continues to be a staple in international cricket, and in the 2025–26 edition India and New Zealand will face off in ODIs and T20Is.
Here’s how the 2026 series is structured:
- ODIs (3 matches)
- T20Is (5 matches)
There is no Test series in this edition.
Each format brings its own style of drama: in T20Is the emphasis is on power hitting and fast-paced tactics, while the ODIs demand deeper strategy, pacing of innings, and a balance between aggression and consolidation.
This multi-match, multi-format arrangement gives different types of players in both teams opportunities to excel. For expert analysis on potential match results, check out cricket match predictions from our cricket tipsters.
Team Information
India enters the series as a formidable home side, well versed in subcontinental conditions. Their spin attack, depth of batting, and home advantage generally make them strong favorites in Indian settings.
New Zealand, often regarded for their tactical acumen and adaptability, will aim to counter India's strengths with disciplined bowling, resilience, and ability to switch gears. Their tours of the subcontinent have historically been challenging but they are capable of producing upsets with astute strategy and consistency.
Venue Distribution
The venues chosen for the 2026 series are varied and offer different challenges:
- Vadodara, Rajkot, Indore: host the ODI matches, often with pitches that balance bat and ball, giving spinners opportunities as innings progress.
- Nagpur, Raipur, Guwahati, Visakhapatnam, Thiruvananthapuram: the T20Is are spread across more cities to bring the action to different corners of India, and venue conditions will vary—some favoring pace early, others providing turn.
This venue rotation ensures that regional spectators get exposure to international cricket, and that teams are tested across a variety of conditions.
For detailed information about these iconic venues, explore our guide to cricket grounds featuring detailed insights into each stadium.
How to Follow New Zealand Tour of India
You don’t have to attend in person to enjoy every moment. Here are typical ways to follow:
- TV Broadcast: In India, matches will likely air on Star Sports (or its successor network).
- Streaming: In India, matches may be streamed on platforms like Disney+ Hotstar (or whichever platform holds the broadcast rights in 2026).
- In New Zealand: Coverage may be via Sky Sport NZ or regional sports networks/streaming partners.
- Live Scores & Commentary: Use official sites or apps—e.g. BCCI, NZC, ESPNcricinfo—to get ball-by-ball updates, scorecards, and match commentary.
- Radio / Audio Broadcasts: In many regions, you might find local radio commentary or online audio streaming.
As always, for those betting or following odds, stay updated with match previews, pitch reports, and in-series adjustments in form and availability.
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